The Global Rates Team a sub-function of FP&A calculates and manages the Cost Rates NSR Rates and Cost-Plus Rates for the Global Firm. The team supports and provides valuable insights to our stakeholders (Region/Country Rates Leads members of the Finance organization and Mercury Support Team).
The opportunity
This role offers the chance to develop an understanding of the rates that underpin how EY accounts for all its external client and internal project engagements. It provides a valuable platform for gaining experience in a global environment with meaningful exposure to colleagues across all regions and member firms.
As a Supervising Associate within the Global Rates Team (a specialized global process/function within FP&A) you will play a key role in rates configuration and upload to Mercury supporting the delivery of analysis reporting and insights to stakeholders. You will be encouraged to develop analytical capabilities embrace technology and automation and grow as a trusted business advisor within the Finance organization.
What we look for
We seek a motivated FP&A professional eager to learn contribute and grow within a collaborative team environment. You should be comfortable working with data building reports and providing timely reliable insights to team members and stakeholders. Demonstrating initiative attention to detail and a willingness to embrace new technologies and approaches is essential for your career development.
Your key responsibilities
- Global Process Management and Stakeholder Support:
- Manage the rates configuration process ensuring accuracy and consistency across all regions and competencies.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with global standards and practices.
- Proactively manage expectations and deadlines ensuring clear communication and timely service delivery.
- Deliver exceptional client service by understanding stakeholders needs and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Foster strong relationships within the finance organization to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Support financial modeling and ad hoc analysis using various data sources and analytical approaches summarizing observations and insights.
- Analyze rate trends and provide insights to management for strategic decision-making.
- Prepare reports and documentation as needed.
- Build analytical and reporting views in Excel and Power BI.
- Mercury Delivery Management:
- Oversee delivery to Mercury managing rate mapping handling exceptions and generating rates for upload.
- Ensure all uploads to Mercury are controlled and checked for accuracy.
- Ad Hoc Requests and Inquiries:
- Address ad hoc requests and inquiries efficiently demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.
- Collaborate with relevant teams to resolve issues and provide solutions.
- Incorporate automation AI and advanced analytics to drive innovation; identify automation opportunities and pilot improvements.
- Proactively seek opportunities to learn contribute to team initiatives and enhance the Finance teams profile within the business.
Skills and attributes for success
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel PowerPoint Access) and data visualization tools like Power BI; familiarity with automation tools is a plus.
- Strong analytical and technical skills in Excel-based reporting modeling analytics and large data management.
- Excellent analytical skills with a track record of developing effective solutions independently.
- Attention to detail and accuracy as the roles responsibilities directly impact EYs business.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic global environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across cultures and geographies in a virtual environment.
- Strong written verbal and presentation communication skills.
- Self-driven with the ability to produce high-quality output and self-check with minimal supervision.
- Confidence in challenging the status quo and proposing new approaches while building consensus.
- A team player with a positive attitude and a curious mindset open to continuous learning and improvement; adaptable and receptive to coaching and feedback.
- Strong operational understanding of the Global EY structure (Management and Service Line) and P&L is a plus.
- Knowledge of EY Firm applications: My Business (Financial Reporting) and Smart View is a plus.
To qualify for the role you must have
- Bachelor and/or professional certification in a business-related subject matter (i.e. Accounting Finance).
- Approximately 4-6 years of experience in FP&A or a related accounting/analysis function.
What we offer
EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations Argentina China India the Philippines Poland and the UK and with teams from all EY service lines geographies and sectors playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business GDS you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. Well introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people learning skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.
- Continuous learning:Youll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you:Well provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
- Transformative leadership:Well give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture:Youll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.